In a world where fault-finders roam
No matter how flawless, no matter how you’ve grown
They’ll pick apart every little thing
Yet their opinions need not sting
For their gaze is fixed on flaws alone
Ignoring reasons why success has flown
They’ll mock and jeer at each mistake
But your strength lies in the steps you take
When bad grades haunt and failures appear
Seek the lessons and don’t be in fear
Their laughter may ring, but don’t you mind
True success, in time, you’ll finally find
When triumph graces your determined quest
They may dismiss it, saying you’re just blessed
But deep within, you know the truth
Your hard work’s fire led to this youth
So heed not their words, rise above the fray
Focus on your path, let their doubts allay
In the face of critics, resiliently tread
For your journey’s worth isn’t solely what they’ve said
Anushka Sinha,
Class: 10-C
Apeejay School, Noida